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Afternoon Tea & Tour

Thirlestane Castle are delighted to offer our series of Afternoon Tea & Tour experiences again in 2024, which will be available to enjoy on set…...

date_range 29th September, 2024 - 29th September, 2024


Paxton House Antiques Fair

We are launching a new series of antiques fairs at Paxton House. Come along to browse and buy a range of antiques in our inimitable…...

date_range 14th June, 2024 - 16th June, 2024


50th Anniversary Craft Fair

Local crafters at the Wanlockhead Anniversary Craft Fair supporting Leadhills Primary School PTC....

date_range 20th July, 2024 - 21st July, 2024


British and Scottish Gold Panning Championships

Our gold panning championships will be taking place over the weekend of the 25th and 26th May, at the Lead Mining Museum, Wanlockhead, Scotland. The…...

date_range 25th May, 2024 - 26th May, 2024


Spectacular Jousting

Experience exhilarating horsemanship and impressive skills at the brave and courageous knights battle it out. Hear the thundering of hooves and the clash of lances…...

date_range 27th July, 2024 - 28th July, 2024


Demijohn’s Big Spring Weekend

Join us for our Big Spring Weekend at Glenlair Steading starting at 10am on Sat 25th May. This FREE event is a celebration of fine…...

date_range 25th May, 2024 - 27th May, 2024


Inception Art Show

Inception returns to Dalkeith Palace! This art sales exhibition showcasing an exciting programme alongside an impressive collection of sculptors, artists, photographers, and painters exhibiting within…...

date_range 3rd May, 2024 - 12th May, 2024


An evening with LOKA

Meet LOKA (Lynn, Orla, Kat and Angie) music-loving friends who originally formed an a cappella vocal group in 2016. They have since expanded their format…...

date_range 11th May, 2024 - 11th May, 2024


Hogmanay Gala Dinner

This Hogmanay, celebrate in grand fashion at The Globe Inn, Dumfries. We’re pulling out all the stops for a night of award-winning food, delightful entertainment,…...

date_range 31st December, 2024 - 1st January, 2025


Bruce 750 Celebration Banquet

Join The Globe Inn, Dumfries, on a journey through time as we commemorate the 750th anniversary of Robert the Bruce! Immerse yourself in history: Step…...

date_range 12th July, 2024 - 12th July, 2024


Annandale Distillery Whisky Tasting Masterclass

Join us at Annandale Distillery for a 60 minute masterclass showcasing up to five specially selected Single Cask Single Malt Scotch whiskies, chosen by our…...

date_range 18th May, 2024 - 18th May, 2024


Rabbie, Tam and Ghosts of The Globe Inn

Tucked down an atmospheric close just off Dumfries High Street lies The Globe Inn, the favourite haunt of Robert Burns, where an unforgettable family adventure…...

date_range 30th April, 2024 - 30th April, 2024


Animal Encounters – Creepy Castle Critters

Meet a variety of awesome animals, some slimy, some with fangs and pinchers, and some that like to scuttle around in the dark! Come face…...

date_range 24th August, 2024 - 24th August, 2024


Animal Encounters – The Zagaro

Meet a variety of awesome animals, some slimy, some with fangs and pinchers, and some that like to scuttle around in the dark! Come face…...

date_range 10th August, 2024 - 10th August, 2024


Animal Encounters – Weapons & Armour

Meet a variety of awesome animals, some slimy, some with fangs and pinchers, and some that like to scuttle around in the dark! Come face…...

date_range 27th July, 2024 - 27th July, 2024


Animal Encounters – Native Species

Meet a variety of awesome animals, some slimy, some with fangs and pinchers, and some that like to scuttle around in the dark! Come face…...

date_range 20th July, 2024 - 20th July, 2024


Animal Encounters – Witchcraft & Wizardry

Meet a variety of awesome animals, some slimy, some with fangs and pinchers, and some that like to scuttle around in the dark! Come face…...

date_range 6th July, 2024 - 6th July, 2024


Animal Encounters – Animal Explorer

Meet a variety of awesome animals, some slimy, some with fangs and pinchers, and some that like to scuttle around in the dark! Come face…...

date_range 29th June, 2024 - 29th June, 2024


Little Women – Open Air Theatre

Chapterhouse Theatre Company are delighted to present Louisa May Alcott’s beloved coming of age story. This summer, meet headstrong Jo March and her sisters Meg,…...

date_range 7th July, 2024 - 7th July, 2024


Ripley – The Household Cavalry Exhibition

We are delighted to be able to welcome this very special exhibition to Floors Castle by photographic artist Ripley who has created twelve large-scale portraits…...

date_range 1st May, 2024 - 30th June, 2024